City Council Meeting - January 27, 2026

Tuesday, January 27, 2026

Areas of Interest (4)

Oakdale City Council initiates major 2026 street reconstruction project affecting multiple residential corridors.
City engineer cites high maintenance costs and 28 water main breaks as justification for $2026 street project.
Residents face strict 30-day deadline to file legal appeals against city special assessments.
Construction project includes controversial removal of 50 trees, including 10 ash trees for health management.

Order City Project R2026-01 (2026 street reconstruction)

ApprovedUnanimous

Moved by Council member · Seconded by Council member

The service they provide to our community is irreplaceable.
— Zabel

Public safety oathAdministering oaths to new fire and police personnel.

If you don't do it here tonight, you've you will have given up your right to file an action in court.
— Jim Thompson

Legal assessmentsWarning residents about the assessment challenge process.

28 years, a street that's more than 28 years old, we're actually spending more and getting less return on our investment.
— Brian Bachmire

Infrastructure maintenanceJustifying the necessity of the street reconstruction project.

ZabelMayor

Presides over the Oakdale City Council meeting and administers oaths of office.

1 quote

“The service they provide to our community is irreplaceable.”

Commenting on the importance of firefighters and police officers.

Brian BachmireConsulting City Engineer

Presents technical details of the 2026 street reconstruction project.

Jim ThompsonCity Attorney

Explains legal requirements for challenging special assessments.

Brad SwansonConsultant (Short Elliot Hendrickson)

Assists with project design and construction details.

Sarah LewigCity Clerk

Manages official records and filings for the city.

Greenway Avenue (Hudson Boulevard to 7th Street)Second StreetGraftonFourth StreetThird Street Court

Resolution 2026-08

Ordering city project R 2026-01 the 2026 street reconstruction.